Stories From Abroad: Contributing to Change in Ghana
While interning at the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice in Accra, Justin became familiar with West African workplace culture, and made a point of exploring the surrounding natural...
View ArticleNorth American Identity in the International Workplace
Being able to describe other cultures is a key component of an International IQ. What you might not realize is that it’s equally important to be able to describe and analyze your own culture...
View ArticleTop Tips: Myths & Realities About Living Abroad
Are you seeing your potential life abroad through rose-colored glasses? Thinking realistically about your upcoming adventure will help you enjoy and appreciate your time overseas even more, and can...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Take-Charge Travel in Germany & Beyond
Khanh had a personal connection with Germany and took full advantage of travel opportunities while in Europe. She spent a semester abroad at the University of Konstanz, in Germany, and added extra...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Learning to Love London
Maggie spent a summer studying in the hustle and bustle of London, England. She chose England because she wanted to immerse herself in a foreign culture and meet a completely new group of people...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Going with the Flow in France
Daniel went to France to expand his cultural horizons, and also to build skills for his future career back home. He is a high-functioning student and individual, always looking for a new challenge and...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Independent in India
Katie volunteered at the Sandipani Muni School in Vrindavan, India, working in a school, teaching basic skills to children as they learned the English language. Katie was studying occupational therapy...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: A Year in Marvelous Mexico!
Heather spend some of her childhood traveling, which set her globetrotting spark alight. During university, she wanted to beef up the immersion element of her Spanish language study, so she chose to...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Encountering Cultures Across Europe
Amy traveled some serious distances as part of her multi-month backpacking adventure. From London to Venice to Prague and beyond, she made the most of her time and money. Read her story to find out...
View ArticleTop Tips: Go International with the Canadian Government
With more than 1.6 million civilian employees, the US Government is the largest employer in the country. There are many ways to build internationally-oriented careers within the governmental system;...
View ArticleTop Tips: NGOs and International Development
A lot of students dream of a career in international development. But, what is the best way to prepare yourself for a successful career with an NGO or international development organization? We've...
View ArticleIn the News: What Coronavirus Reveals About the World's Culture
Things outside are different than they were a few months ago, but one thing hasn't changed: the world is still full of unique and beautiful cultures and perspectives! This short article from the BBC...
View ArticleTop Tips: Building International Skills
Even now, we live in a truly globalized world, and your level of cross-cultural understanding can make or break your international career. Don’t wait until you have graduated before you think about...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Going with the Flow in France
Daniel went to France to expand his cultural horizons, and also to build skills for his future career back home. He is a high-functioning student and individual, always looking for a new challenge and...
View ArticleTop Tips: International Resumes
There are important differences between an international resume and a domestic one. An international resume requires you to demonstrate on paper that you have the required overseas skills and...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Independent in India
Katie volunteered at the Sandipani Muni School in Vrindavan, India, working in a school, teaching basic skills to children as they learned the English language. Katie was studying occupational therapy...
View ArticleMyWorldBuzz: The World Online!
Now, more than ever, it's important to stay connected and informed online.MyWorldAbroad's World Online section has just been audited and expanded to help you keep up your intercultural thinking and...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: A Year in Marvelous Mexico!
Heather spent some of her childhood traveling, which set her globetrotting spark alight. During university, she wanted to beef up the immersion element of her Spanish language study, so she chose to...
View ArticleTop Tips: Resources for the International Job Search
The Internet has opened up a whole new world for job searchers the world over. The variety of opportunities seems almost endless when you're first starting your research online. Here are a few...
View ArticleStories From Abroad: Loving Life in Lyon
With an interest in international business and a passion for travel, Kristina knew she wanted to study abroad. Battling culture shock and the strain of adaptation, Kristina nonetheless managed to...
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